Overview
The Texas Instruments MSP430F5418AIPN is a member of the MSP430 family of ultra-low-power microcontrollers. This device is optimized for extended battery life in portable measurement applications and features a powerful 16-bit RISC CPU, 16-bit registers, and constant generators for maximum code efficiency. The MSP430F5418AIPN is part of the MSP430F541xA series, which includes various peripherals targeted for different applications.
The device is packaged in an 80-pin LQFP (PN) package and operates over a temperature range of -40°C to 85°C. It is designed to wake up from low-power modes to active mode in just 3.5 µs, making it highly efficient for applications requiring quick response times.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Package | LQFP (PN), 80 pins |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C |
| Flash Memory | 128 KB |
| SRAM | 16 KB |
| System Clock | Up to 25 MHz |
| Supply Voltage Range | 3.6 V down to 1.8 V |
| ADC | 12-bit, 14 external channels, 2 internal channels |
| Timers | Three 16-bit timers: Timer_A (TA0, TA1), Timer_B (TB0) |
| USCIs | Up to four universal serial communication interfaces (UART, IrDA, SPI, I2C) |
| Hardware Multiplier | Supports 32-bit operations |
| DMA | 3-channel internal DMA |
| RTC | Basic timer with RTC feature and alarm capabilities |
| Power Consumption | Active mode: 230 µA/MHz at 8 MHz, 3.0 V; Standby mode (LPM3): 1.7 µA at 2.2 V, 2.1 µA at 3.0 V; Off mode (LPM4): 1.2 µA at 3.0 V; Shutdown mode (LPM4.5): 0.1 µA at 3.0 V |
Key Features
- Ultra-low power consumption with multiple low-power modes (LPM3, LPM4, LPM4.5)
- 16-bit RISC architecture with 16-bit registers and constant generators for maximum code efficiency
- Flexible power-management system with fully integrated LDO and programmable regulated core supply voltage
- Supply voltage supervision, monitoring, and brownout detection
- Unified clock system with FLL control loop for frequency stabilization and low-power low-frequency internal clock source (VLO)
- High-frequency crystals up to 32 MHz and 32-kHz crystals support
- Up to four universal serial communication interfaces (USCIs) supporting UART, IrDA, SPI, and I2C
- 12-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with internal reference, sample-and-hold, and autoscan feature
- Hardware multiplier supporting 32-bit operations
- Serial onboard programming without external programming voltage
- 3-channel internal DMA and basic timer with RTC feature
Applications
- Analog and Digital Sensor Systems
- Digital Motor Controls
- Remote Controls
- Thermostats
- Digital Timers
- Hand-Held Meters
Q & A
- What is the package type of the MSP430F5418AIPN? The MSP430F5418AIPN is packaged in an 80-pin LQFP (PN) package.
- What is the operating temperature range of the MSP430F5418AIPN? The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- How much flash memory does the MSP430F5418AIPN have? The device has 128 KB of flash memory.
- What is the maximum system clock frequency of the MSP430F5418AIPN? The maximum system clock frequency is up to 25 MHz.
- What types of serial communication interfaces does the MSP430F5418AIPN support? It supports UART, IrDA, SPI, and I2C through up to four universal serial communication interfaces (USCIs).
- Does the MSP430F5418AIPN have a hardware multiplier? Yes, it supports 32-bit operations.
- How many channels of DMA does the MSP430F5418AIPN have? It has 3-channel internal DMA.
- What is the power consumption in active mode for the MSP430F5418AIPN? In active mode, it consumes 230 µA/MHz at 8 MHz, 3.0 V.
- What are the low-power modes available on the MSP430F5418AIPN? The device has multiple low-power modes including LPM3, LPM4, and LPM4.5.
- How quickly can the MSP430F5418AIPN wake up from standby mode? It can wake up from standby mode in 3.5 µs (typical).
